Live from Death Row
“Live from Death Row” by Mumia Abu-Jamal, published by Harper Collins in June 1996, presents a collection of writings from the author, who is currently in a Pennsylvania prison awaiting execution. This 224-page book offers an unflinching account of the harsh realities of prison life, alongside a critical examination of the systemic racism and political bias within the American judicial system, particularly in relation to the death penalty.
Readers will find Abu-Jamal’s reflections to be both personal and political, as he addresses the brutalities and humiliations faced by inmates. The work engages with themes of discrimination and the complexities of freedom of speech, making it a significant contribution to discussions surrounding social justice and ethnic studies. This edition, written in English, provides insight into the author’s experiences and perspectives, inviting readers to consider the broader implications of his situation and the issues he raises.
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Once a prominent radio reporter, Mumia Abu-Jamal is now in a Pennsylvania prison awaiting his state-sactioned execution. In 1982 he was convicted and sentenced to death for the murder of Philadelphia police officer Daniel Faulkner after a trial many have criticized as profoundly biased. Live From Death Row is a collection of his prison writings–an impassioned yet unflinching account of the brutalities and humiliations of prison life. It is also a scathing indictment of racism and political bias in the American judicial system that is certain to fuel the controversy surrounding the death penalty and freedom of speech.
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